Overview
- Five teenage boys leaving school about 9:50pm on January 19 were followed and allegedly abused by occupants of a white ute near Glen Eira Road and Hotham Street.
- Witnesses and community groups report Nazi salutes, shouts of “Heil Hitler,” threats of violence and a near miss after a U‑turn as the boys tried to escape.
- Victoria Police say no one was injured, the vehicle drove from the scene, and investigators are seeking CCTV or dashcam footage via Crime Stoppers.
- Acting Commander Adrian Healy said the ute was recently stolen, bore New South Wales plates and may be linked to aggravated burglaries and vehicle thefts.
- Premier Jacinta Allan condemned the conduct and reiterated plans to strengthen Victoria’s anti‑vilification laws as Jewish leaders described the episode as deeply traumatizing for the victims.